SAN FRANCISCO—Williams-Sonoma, Inc. has hiredRonald Young as SVP, global. Young will grow theportfolio of Williams-Sonoma, Inc. brands outside the UnitedStates. The announcement was made by Laura Alber,president and CEO, Williams-Sonoma, Inc.
“Global expansion is one of our most important initiatives, andI'm pleased to have Ron Young, with his more than 30 yearsexperience in global markets, leading our continuedgrowth,” said Alber. “Ron's deep understanding of the global retaillandscape, and his financial discipline are the ideal combinationof skills and experience to lead our global strategy.”
Reporting directly to Alber, Young will work in partnership withWilliams-Sonoma, Inc. brand presidents at PotteryBarn, Williams-Sonoma and West Elm togrow each brand's global business. Alber said Young will expand thenetwork of company-owned stores, eCommerce sites and franchisepartnerships worldwide.
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David Phillips
David Phillips is a Chicago-based freelance writer and consultant with more than 20 years experience in business and community news. He also has extensive reporting experience in the food manufacturing industry for national trade publications.
